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Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. Mazda Mazda3 Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. Mazda Mazda3 Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $24,545

Chrysler PT Cruiser Limited   
Difference: $250

Lowest Total Invoice: $22,900

Chrysler PT Cruiser Limited   
Difference: $255

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Model Year20082011
ModelPT CruiserMazda3
TrimLimiteds
Body4dr Wagon4dr Hatch
Base Price $23,515 $20,045
Base Invoice $21,899 $18,771
Bluetooth cell phone link 360  
Auto-dimming rearview mirror   200
Grand Touring Package   3,210
Satellite radio   430
Universal garage door opener   75
Cargo net   40
Bluetooth cell phone link 331  
Auto-dimming rearview mirror   160
Grand Touring Package   2,993
Satellite radio   344
Universal garage door opener   60
Cargo net   32
Options (change) 360 3,955
Options (change) 331 3,589
Destination 670 795
Total Price $24,545 $24,795
Total Invoice $22,900 $23,155

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. Mazda Mazda3

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Mazda Mazda3 s
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $600
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $539
Model Year20082011
ModelPT CruiserMazda3
TrimLimiteds
Body4dr Wagon4dr Hatch
Engine180hp I4167hp I4
TransmissionA4M6
DrivetrainFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)100, 6242, 10
Tire (rear if not all the same)205/50-17205/50-17
Total Price$24,545$24,795
Adjustments for Features0-850
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$24,545$23,945
Total Invoice$22,900$23,155
Adjustments for Features0-794
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$22,900$22,361

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Features Comparison: Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. Mazda Mazda3

Model Year20082011
ModelPT CruiserMazda3
TrimLimiteds
Body4dr Wagon4dr Hatch
Transmission and Drivetrain 
4-speed automatic$800 
6-speed manual $150
FWD$0$0
Accessories 
Tilt steering wheel, manual$150 
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual $250
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats $0
Brake assist $50
Knee airbag, driver$75 
Side curtain airbags $350
Stability control $400
Cargo Management 
Cargo cover $75
Cargo shelf, height-adjustable$100 
Storage compartment under front seat(s)$50 
Climate Control 
Automatic climate control, front $200
Dual-zone climate control $125
Interior air filter $0
Exterior 
Body kit $0
Bodyside moldings$75 
Deep-tinted rear windows$275 
Infotainment 
Audio controls on steering wheel $125
Bluetooth audio streaming $25
CD changer, in-dash $325
CD player$125 
MP3-compatible player $50
Satellite radio $200
Satellite radio - one year subscription$250 
Surround sound $250
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Analog clock$25 
Interior ambient lighting $150
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row $50
Door sill trim plates$100 
Folding passenger seat$150 
Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat$50 
Memory system, driver seat $200
Power recliner, driver seat $100
Removable second row seats$0 
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Alloy wheels $350
Polished alloy wheels$350 
Touring suspension (upgrade)$0 
Total Value of Features$2,575$3,425
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$850
Value of Feature Adjustments0-794

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Specifications Comparison: Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. Mazda Mazda3

Model Year20082011
ModelPT CruiserMazda3
Body4dr Wagon4dr Hatch
Wheelbase103.0 in103.9 in
Length168.9 in177.4 in
Width67.1 in69.1 in
Height65.2 in57.9 in
Curb Weight3,148 lb.3,006 lb.
Fuel Capacity15.0 gal.15.9 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.2 in38.9 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room53.8 in54.9 in
Row 1 Hip Room50.1 in0.0 in
Row 1 Legroom40.6 in42.0 in
Row 2 Headroom39.5 in38.0 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room53.6 in54.0 in
Row 2 Hip Room46.7 in0.0 in
Row 2 Legroom40.9 in36.2 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum		21.6 ft317.0 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum		64.2 ft343.8 ft3

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Option Package Details
Mazda Mazda3 s

Auto-dimming rearview mirror
FeatureValueRequested?
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Compass0Yes
Total Requested150100%
Total Not Requested00%
Grand Touring Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Automatic climate control, front200No
Heated front seats200Yes
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Power height adjuster, driver seat50Yes
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Power recliner, driver seat100No
Memory system, driver seat200No
Dual-zone climate control125No
CD changer, in-dash200No
Surround sound250No
Sunroof900Yes
Bose, 242W, 10 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Total Requested225061%
Total Not Requested142539%

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